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Millennials are just starting to break into home ownership, but affordability is still a challenge. While dreams of owning their own home may have come true, many millennial homeowners may not have been able to put an offer on their dream home – and had to settle for an older home with some differed maintenance,…

Traditional Den by Arthur W. Mattes, Jr. Carpentry in Walnutport, PA Cost-effectiveness and ease of access make home gyms an appealing alternative to traditional gyms, but you want to make sure you’re equipped for a full-body workout. This article lays out the fundamentals of a full-body workout and will help you choose the right equipment…

It is well known that moving services are offered by a wide range of companies to assist homeowners when moving between homes. Another offering by some of these companies, and many individuals, is internal moving, or the service of lifting and moving heavy items within your house. The physically demanding nature of the job means…

Home shoppers around the country are frustrated. There aren’t enough homes for sale that meet their needs, and those that are available are often the subject of high price bidding wars. It’s no wonder that so many homeowners – Baby Boomers in particular — are finding it more sensible to stay in their current home…

Those of us who love nothing more than curling up with a good book know that one factor can make all the difference: location, location, location. Sure, we’ll sneak in a few chapters just about anywhere we can, but having an actual, dedicated space to the cause can make all the difference. The right home…

A bedroom remodel can revamp an outdated space and add value to your home (anywhere between a 40-80% return on investment). But as anyone who has been through a remodel will tell you, preparation is the key to maintaining your budget and sanity. Since any bedroom remodel is comprised of innumerable details, the best way…

Even small remodels require significant planning. Use the following tips to prepare your home for a renovation. 1. Research your project. Research will help you understand the scope of your project, and develop expectations in terms of return on investment (ROI) and timeframe. And, it will also provide an insight into popular products, materials and…

A new generation of cutting-edge design inspirations is making 2017 a big year for home renovations. Here’s a look at some of this year’s most intriguing remodeling trends. Transitional Kitchen by O’Hanlon Kitchens, Inc. in York, PA Colored Kitchens Bright colors are making a major splash in contemporary kitchen design. Colored cabinets, appliances and fixtures…

Everyone selling a home wants to pad the profit margin and get top dollar for the property. Yet, buyers on the other end want to make sure they’re getting a deal. Fortunately, it’s possible to make both parties happy at the closing table. It all starts with an honest look at the house and careful…

If you’ve lived in your house for a while or recently purchased an older home, then chances are that the design of your bathroom is a bit outdated. While the vinyl flooring and enamel tub may serve their purpose, the design leaves something to be desired. A renovation not only transforms your bathroom into a…

Courtesy of A&M Construction You’ve watched all of the home improvement shows and you can pretty much call yourself a pro. You’re ready to jump into your first renovation project to give your home a fresh new look. As many homeowners have found out over the years, it’s not as easy as it appears on…